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1880s Dobson Victor Banjo, DIY Nickel Plated by Cockrum Studios
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DIY Brush Nickel Plating 1880’s Banjo Parts and Refurb of a Dobson Victor Banjo

September 8, 2024April 20, 2025 euler357 2 Comments banjo, brush plating, guitar, lutherie, nickel plating

I bought an 1880’s Dobson Victor “as-is” from Turtle Hill Banjo Company and it was in barely playable condition. As

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Banjo with CNC Mother of Pearl Truss Rod Cover
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Mother of Pearl CNC Banjo Truss Rod Cover

February 25, 2024February 25, 2024 euler357 2 Comments banjo, CNC, mother of pearl, Shapeoko

A few weeks ago, I got a new-to-me 1995 Earl Scruggs Banjo from Turtle Hill Banjo Company. I highly recommend

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Cockrum Banjo #0001

November 17, 2023November 17, 2023 euler357 2 Comments banjo, CNC, Shapeoko

This is the first banjo that I have completed from scratch. Here are some photos of the final assembly process.

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Banjos CNC Lutherie Woodworking 

Maple and Ebony Banjo Bridge Blanks

September 3, 2023September 3, 2023 euler357 0 Comments banjo, CNC, woodworking

Today I cut up some hard maple and ebony for banjo bridges.

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  • Banjo String Lifter for Bridge Changes
  • Splicing Mother of Pearl for a CNC Engraved Truss Rod Cover
  • DIY Brush Nickel Plating 1880’s Banjo Parts and Refurb of a Dobson Victor Banjo
  • Mother of Pearl CNC Banjo Truss Rod Cover
  • Banjo Bridges from Alternative Materials

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